Innovation in Education
Giorgio Ungania
BOLDtalks Innovation 2013
The digital divide between professors and students is increasing dramatically and so is the challenge of preparing students for jobs that still don't exist. While Ivy League Universities are already offering free online courseware other international and Pan Arab institutions are resistant to this sharing economy. Where are the gaps and the possible solutions?
Giorgio Ungania holds more than 20 years of experience in various aspects of media production and creative technology, with a particular understanding of the New Media dynamics.
He has been pioneering various new media technology driven projects in the UAE, and I hold a successful track record in developing and adapting new technologies across multiple disciplines as well as incorporating them into media / educational eco-systems.
He has collaborated with international cutting edge technology driven companies such as TED Conferences and Apple and has worked closely with Government entities in UAE, Bahrain, Qatar, Kuwait and Jordan developing and leading media and education oriented initiatives.